| alibi |
a way of defending oneself against criminal charges by showing that one was not at the scene of the crime when it happened. |
| bureaucracy |
an organized group of hired officials, especially governmental. |
| caption |
the words that describe a picture or graph in a magazine, book, or newspaper. |
| collective |
of or relating to a group that is composed of individuals but is considered together. |
| collision |
an act or instance of coming together with force; crash. |
| diva |
a renowned female opera singer; prima donna. |
| eligible |
qualified for something; in a position to be chosen. |
| flank |
the area between the hip and the ribs on either side of the body. |
| incentive |
something that makes a person want to work or do something. |
| indicate |
to show or point out. |
| manuscript |
a piece of writing prepared by the author before it becomes a printed article or book. |
| ministry |
the duties and functions of a religious minister. |
| onset |
the early stage; beginning. |
| political |
having to do with the study or practice of government and its policies. |
| resistant |
capable of opposing or willing to oppose. |